The Drone Retrieval Cannon is a compressed-air launcher designed to help retrieve drones from trees and other hard-to-reach obstacles.

The cannon launches a lightweight projectile attached to a thin line. When fired, the projectile travels over a tree branch and falls back to the ground, leaving the line draped over the branch. The operator can then pull on both ends of the line to shake the branch and dislodge the drone.

Basic operation:

1. Unspool a length of line approximately twice the height of the obstacle.

2. Lay the line on the ground in front of the cannon in the direction of the shot.

3. Pressurize the cannon using a bike pump, air compressor, CO₂ inflator, or other Schrader-compatible air source.

4. Insert the projectile into the barrel.

5. Aim above the branch where the drone is stuck and press the firing trigger.

Once the drone is recovered (or if the shot misses), detach the projectile from the line before pulling the line back through the tree to prevent it from getting stuck.

Start with lower pressure and increase as needed.

Typical performance:

Pressure     Approximate Height

20 psi          ~15 ft

40 psi          ~45 ft

60 psi          ~80 ft

80 psi          ~115 ft

100 psi       ~150 ft

Height will vary depending on:

• shooting angle

• wind

• line drag

Maximum pressure: 100 psi (7 bar). Do not exceed this pressure.

In most cases the projectile can be pulled free with steady force.

However, the best practice is to detach the projectile from the line before pulling the line back through the tree. This prevents the projectile from catching on branches.

If the projectile cannot be recovered, the line can be cut and the shot abandoned.

Replacement projectiles and line spools are available here.

Every drone recovery situation is different and success cannot be guaranteed.

Factors that affect recovery include:

• tree height

• branch density

• drone weight

• how the drone is tangled

• wind conditions

However, since developing and using the Drone Retrieval Cannon, our team has never lost a drone to a tree using this method.

Any pump that supports a standard Schrader valve will work, including:

• bike pumps

• floor pumps

• air compressors

• CO₂ inflators

• car tire pumps

The cannon disassembles into smaller components for easy transport and storage. It can easily fit in a backpack or gear bag.

All cannons and spools are made to order. Please allow 2-5 business days for your cannon to be assembled and shipped out.

You will get a confirmation email once your order is placed.

You when get a second email once your order ships.

Products that arrive defective due to manufacturing issues will be replaced.

Returns are handled case-by-case. If your product was damaged during shipping, a claim must be filed with the shipping carrier.

For support, please submit a request on our contact page and our team will assist you.

When used correctly, the Drone Retrieval Cannon is safe and easy to operate.

However, it is a compressed-air device that launches a projectile, so improper use may cause injury or property damage.

Important safety guidelines:

• Never aim at people, pets, vehicles, buildings, or power lines

• Always lay the line in front of the cannon, never behind the operator

• Do not exceed 100 psi

• Only use the included projectile

• Keep fingers away from the trigger until ready to fire

• Familiarize yourself with the device in an open area before using it near trees

Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or property damage.

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Only use our projectile.

Our projectiles are precisely designed and manufactured to work correctly with your cannon.

Loading other objects can damage the cannon and may cause serious injury, damage, or unpredictable behavior when fired.